Yacht Business

Yacht Business is a podcast dedicated to the commercial aspects of yachting around the world. From Professional sailing to boatbuilding, marketing and associated industries like charter and sailing apparel. Hosted by David Fuller, the program features thought leaders and guests.

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The America’s Cup in Jeddah

Welcome to this edition of Yacht Business partly recorded in Jeddah where one of the preliminary rounds of the America’s Cup has just been delivered – in style. There is a lot to unpack here – from prejudiced pre-event commentary by sections of the western and social media to lessons in destination marketing and stakeholder management to direct comparisons between this event and the SailGP Dubai event. I’m going to try and cover all of these things.. BUT FIRST we have a special interview with Da...

Dec 11, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 14

Musto’s Marketing Man – Nick Houchin

In this episode, I talk to Nick Houchin, Head of Marketing for sailing apparel brand Musto. We chat about how he got into the business, innovation and challenges around keeping a brand relevant and top of mind. Show Notes & Bookmarks The phrase “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing” is often attributed to the Norwegian saying, “Det finnes ikke dårlig vær, bare dårlig klær.” This saying reflects the Scandinavian approach to dealing with challenging weather conditions. In r...

Aug 28, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 13

Sustainability in Sydney

In this episode of the Yacht Business Podcast, recorded at the Sydney Boat Show, host David Fuller explores disruptive technology, innovation, and the state of sustainability in the boating industry. The Boating Industry Association introduced the inaugural Sustainability award, won by Go Boat. However, sustainable boating examples were scarce, with Eyachts’ RAND range being a standout. Interviews with Ross Turner and Peter Hrones from Carbon Yachts shed light on market trends and the game-chang...

Aug 07, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 12

Sydney Boat Show Preview

An interview with Neil Patchett from the Australian Boating Industry Association about the Sydney International Boat Show (3rd – 6th August, 2023) In this episode of the Yacht Business Podcast, we preview the Sydney Boat Show. We talk about the state of the industry in Australia post-pandemic and look at efforts to make boating more sustainable. We also get into why getting out on the water makes us feel good and the benefits for society. Bookmarks & Show Notes The post Sydney Boat Show Prev...

Jul 23, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 11

Middle East Yachting Conference & Dubai Boat Show

In this episode, I travel to Dubai for the Middle East Yachting Conference and the Dubai International Boat Show. The world order is changing and things are moving. Can the Middle East be a rival to the Caribbean for superyachts during the northern hemisphere winter and can the regulations be changed to make yachting a key component of the economy? Bookmarks & Show Notes The post Middle East Yachting Conference & Dubai Boat Show appeared first on Yacht Business ....

Mar 09, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Yacht Management with Aquator Marine

In this episode of the Yacht Business podcast, I speak with Gerben Visser and Keegan Leslie from Aquator Marine, an app designed to help with the management of large yachts. Then a bonus segment from the Pilote Podcast about using VR and AR for displaying and selling yachts. Show Notes & Bookmarks The post Yacht Management with Aquator Marine appeared first on Yacht Business ....

Feb 01, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Tracking Kanara With Gaby Hernandez

This is the Yacht Business Podcast – I’m your host David Fuller. In this episode we talk to a software entreprener mixing wearables with watersports. In this episode I am joined by Gabriella Hernandez who is Co-founder and CMO of KANARA Sportech. Kanara is an app which is designed to help kite surfers and paddleboarders and sailors keep track of their data and share their sport with others. Bookmarks & Shownotes The post Tracking Kanara With Gaby Hernandez appeared first on Yacht Business ....

Dec 13, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8

SailGP Heats Up in Dubai

Welcome to the Yacht Business podcast – I’m your host, David Fuller.In this episode, we take a look at the first ever SailGP event in Dubai, the fan experience, the challenges of running an event in a new market and a new environment and we talk to Tod Reynolds, director of Web3 strategy for SailGP. about the DAO based team owned by fans. The post SailGP Heats Up in Dubai appeared first on Yacht Business ....

Nov 17, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 7

James Pleasance – Match Points

James Pleasance – Executive Director of the World Match Racing Tour talks about where match racing sits in the wider sailing world and new initiatives to provide access and increase diversity in the sport. Bookmarks, Shownotes & Further Reading The post James Pleasance – Match Points appeared first on Yacht Business .

Nov 03, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Justin Chisholm, New Media Explorer

In this crossover episode I chat with Justin Chisholm. Justin a sailing journalist and host of the Yacht Racing Podcast. We discuss the way technology has impacted the sport of sailing from a media and communications point of view and what might happen next… 01:00 – Justin Chisholm is host of The Yacht Racing Podcast 01:22 – David Fuller also created Yacht Sponsorship 03:23 – How will Web3 technologies impact the marine industry? 04:16 – ‘The Metaverse’ was coined by author Neal Stephenson in a ...

Oct 29, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 5

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